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373 ELLIS ST

Tenderloin · San Francisco, CA · Parcel 0332014 · Last violation Jan 14, 2026 · Last complaint Jun 30, 2026

NeighborhoodTenderloin
More violations than 84% of nearby buildings
More violations than 84% of buildings and more complaints than 88% of buildings in Tenderloin. Size-normalized against residential buildings in the neighborhood.
ViolationsComplaints
Activity TrendsLast 5 years
A steady level of activity over time
Last 2 yrs: 3 violations · 10 complaints
'21'26ViolationsComplaints
Severityⓘopen violations
3 open DBI violations
Active Notices of Violation issued by the Department of Building Inspection.
Severe0
Serious1
Minor2
311 Housing Complaints
Total complaints since 2010
60
4 per year avg.↓ Down 23% in the last 2 years (10 vs 13 prior 2 yrs)
Complaint severity
Last 5 years
27
Severeⓘ2
Seriousⓘ20
Minorⓘ5
Dept. of Building Inspection Violations
Total violations since 1996
484
16 per year avg.↓ Down 85% in the last 2 years (3 vs 20 prior 2 yrs)
Open violations
3
Severeⓘ0
Seriousⓘ1
Minorⓘ2

Top violation categories

5 yrsAll time
other sectionⓘ11 violations
building sectionⓘ8 violations
fire section2 violations
interior surfaces section2 violations

Top complaint types

5 yrsAll time
Elevators Everthing Else9 complaints
Mold And Mildew4 complaints
Infestation Rodent Insect3 complaints
General Maintenance Not In List Above3 complaints
Visitor Policy Violations2 complaints
Clutter Hoarder Unit Interior Storage2 complaints
Ventilation Inadequate Or None2 complaints
Blocked Exit Common Areas1 complaints
Security Inadequately Secured Perimeter1 complaints
Bathroom1 complaints
Elevators No Working Elevator 7 Or More Stories1 complaints
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Violation log

481 DBI violations · Closed

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StatusFiledCategoryItemNOV Item Description
not activeJul 30, 2001building sectionillegally constructed firberglass covering over both hotel lightwells.remove illegal lightwell fiberglass covering obstructing air circulation , constituting a potential fire hazard.1001hc.
See something wrong? File a complaint with SF 311
not activeJul 9, 2001building sectionlittered lightwellsclean and sanitize lightwells at all times.1306hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001building sectionlack of a privacy lock to 1st floor toilet room.install a privacy lock to 1st floor shower room.1001hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001building sectionmissing light bulbs in public bathrooms/restrooms.replace all missing lightbulbs in public bathrooms/restrooms.504hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001building sectionmissing shower head in 1st bathroom adjacent to #507.replace missing shower head in 5th floor public bathroom adjacent tp #507.1001hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001building sectionmalfunctioning door closures to public bathroomsrepair/adjust door closures to public bathrooms.1001hc.
not activeJun 4, 2001other sectionrepair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)—
not activeMay 22, 2001interior surfaces sectionrepair and paint the damaged walls and or ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)501-hole in the wall, trim above the entry door 507-repair door knob 506-clean, repair and paint common shower near 515 515-wall near bed and ceiling 414-walls 408-ceiling 409-ceiling 405-walls 407-hole in wall 404-walls 301-near sink and light switch 308-ceiling 309-throughout 312-throughout and caulk tiles around the bath tub 316-throughout 212-wall behind toilet and recaulk the shower wall tiles 211-ceiling common bathroom near 209-repair shower wall tiles and caulk all open joints common hall near 112-paint wall 206-replace door frame 112-repair door 102-wall
not activeMay 22, 2001interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged door (1001b,h,o hc)409-repair hinge and loose door handle.
not activeMay 22, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionrepair electrical wiring (1001e hc)cover exposed wiring in 508, 404, 101, 102
not activeMay 22, 2001building sectionrepair window latches or hardware (1001(b)hc)501
not activeMay 22, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionrepair toilet (1001f hc)common toilet near 516-clear the back-up and repair the broken flush handle. 112-replace toilet
not activeMay 22, 2001building sectionrepair window glazing seal (1001(h),(j),& 708 hc)405-lower sash
not activeMay 22, 2001building sectionprovide handrails (802(c),1001(b)(13)hc)on basement stairway.
not activeMay 22, 2001sanitation sectionclean (1306 hc)501-carpet the common hallway walls particularly above the baseboards. remove debris and clothing from the lightwells.
not activeMay 22, 2001fire sectionrepair fire proofing with original materials or 5/8" type-x drywall (hc 1001(m), 809)repair the boiler room ceiling.
not activeMay 22, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionrepair light (1001e hc)510-replace light bulb common shower near 515-repair light 515-repair fixture 407-replace light tube 308-repair fixture 312-replace bulb in bathroom common toilet near 212-replace bulb 112-replace safetyplate and check the bathroom switch for reported shocks due to short circuit. recommend immediate replacement. 102-repair fixture
not activeMay 22, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionrepair electrical outlet (1001e hc)405, 102-replace safetyplate.
not activeMay 22, 2001other sectioninspector commentsafter compliance, contact the housing inspector for a reinspection.
not activeMay 22, 2001building sectionreplace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)505, 515, 302, toilet near 316, 102, 104
not activeMay 22, 2001security requirements sectionprovide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)506, 508, 215, 212, 112, 103, 104
not activeMay 22, 2001building sectionrepair stairs (1001(b)(13)hc)replace the damaged 1st step of the basement stairway.
not activeMay 22, 2001interior surfaces sectionrepair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)405-near radiator. clean or replace the carpet in the common hall outside 404 and on the stairway near 403. 312-repair in bathroom
not activeMay 22, 2001building sectionrepair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)404, 316-repair to close
not activeMay 22, 2001fire sectionrepair, maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc)repair ladder to extend completely.
not activeMay 22, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionrepair bathtub (1001f hc)common bath near 506-repair the faucet handle and tub stopper 402-repair leaking tub faucet, repair and caulk joints, replace faucet handle 316-repair leaking faucet
not activeMay 22, 2001building sectionrepair window sash cords (1001(h) hc)501,505, 405. 407, 404, 212, 102, 104
not activeMay 22, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionrepair sink (1001f hc)502-repair or replace and restore the water supply 506-replace 515-repair hot water faucet 407-leaking faucet 404-leaking faucet 309-repair faucet 209-leaking faucet 112-secure sink to wall 101-repair faucet 104-secure sink to wall
not activeMay 22, 2001other sectionhazard(1001 hc)shower room near 408-cover the screw sticking out of the entry door.
not activeApr 23, 2001building sectionflaking damaged paint on walls and ceiling surfaces in #403.1)replaster and paint flaking,damaged walls and ceiling surfaces in #403.1301hc. 2)repair plaster damage over gr. window.1001hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001building sectiondamaged window,hardware.repair damaged window and hardware.1001hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001interior surfaces sectiondisturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. for interior or exterior paint removal : always wet the surface, contain and properly dispose of leaded paint. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.3604, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97.—
not activeApr 23, 2001building sectionsoiled,torn,worn carpeting.replace soiled carpeting.1306hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001building sectionrusty inoperative sink.replace rusty inopoerative sink.1001hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001building sectioninoperative ceiling light,lack of cover plate over light switch.1)repair/replace ceiling light. 2)provide a cover plate over wall switch.1001hc.
not activeJan 30, 2001building sectionrepair window sash cords (1001(h) hc)repair sash cords to all hallway and bathroom windows throughout the building.
not activeJan 30, 2001smoke detection sectionrepair central alarm system (908, 909 hc)repair central alarm system (not working properly at the time of inspection).
not activeJan 30, 2001interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)repair lose plaster at rear stairway adjacent to room # 415. rpair walls and ceiling at bathroom next to room # 210.
not activeJan 30, 2001other sectioninspector commentscheck second means of egress from first floor at rooms #105, upon reinspection. check room # 105 for proper ventilation, upon reinspection.
not activeJan 30, 2001building sectionrepair stairs (1001(b)(13)hc)repair lose steps throughout the rear stairway. repair handrail and guardrail at rear stairway (lose) .
not activeJan 30, 2001interior surfaces sectioneliminate mold/mildew on ceiling (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)eliminate mold/mildew from ceiling and walls at bathrooms next to or adjacent to rooms #410, 310, 210.
not activeJan 30, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionother plumbing and/or electrical violationsrestore shower next to room # 112.
not activeJan 30, 2001building sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.373 ellis st
not activeJan 30, 2001plumbing and electrical sectionprovide adequate lighting (504g hc)provide adequate lighting to bathroom next to room # 510 and hallway next to #210, 316. repair light at bathroom next to room # 410.
not activeJan 30, 2001interior surfaces sectionpaint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)repair peeling paint at bathroom shower next to room # 102.
not activeDec 21, 2000interior surfaces sectionrepair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)repair water damaged ceiling at room # 105 repiar ceiling at hallway next to room # 510 (rear stairway).
not activeDec 21, 2000plumbing and electrical sectionrepair sink (1001f hc) - shower headrepair shower head at bathroom next to or adjacent to room # 416.
not activeDec 21, 2000interior surfaces sectionthis notice includes violations for the areas noted.373 ellis st -room # 105 and common area
not activeDec 21, 2000other sectioninspector commentscheck storage room at basement (no key / no entry) provide number to room # 107.
not activeDec 21, 2000building sectionreplace handrails (802(c),1001(b)(13) hc)repair handrail at hallway adjacent to room # 303.
not activeJul 30, 2001
building section · illegally constructed firberglass covering over both hotel lightwells.
remove illegal lightwell fiberglass covering obstructing air circulation , constituting a potential fire hazard.1001hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001
building section · littered lightwells
clean and sanitize lightwells at all times.1306hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001
building section · lack of a privacy lock to 1st floor toilet room.
install a privacy lock to 1st floor shower room.1001hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001
building section · missing light bulbs in public bathrooms/restrooms.
replace all missing lightbulbs in public bathrooms/restrooms.504hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001
building section · missing shower head in 1st bathroom adjacent to #507.
replace missing shower head in 5th floor public bathroom adjacent tp #507.1001hc.
not activeJul 9, 2001
building section · malfunctioning door closures to public bathrooms
repair/adjust door closures to public bathrooms.1001hc.
not activeJun 4, 2001
other section · repair defective or non-working elevator (1001(l), 713 hc)
not activeMay 22, 2001
interior surfaces section · repair and paint the damaged walls and or ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
501-hole in the wall, trim above the entry door 507-repair door knob 506-clean, repair and paint common shower near 515 515-wall near bed and ceiling 414-walls 408-ceiling 409-ceiling 405-walls 407-hole in wall 404-walls 301-near sink and light switch 308-ceiling 309-throughout 312-throughout and caulk tiles around the bath tub 316-throughout 212-wall behind toilet and recaulk the shower wall tiles 211-ceiling common bathroom near 209-repair shower wall tiles and caulk all open joints common hall near 112-paint wall 206-replace door frame 112-repair door 102-wall
not activeMay 22, 2001
interior surfaces section · repair damaged door (1001b,h,o hc)
409-repair hinge and loose door handle.
not activeMay 22, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · repair electrical wiring (1001e hc)
cover exposed wiring in 508, 404, 101, 102
not activeMay 22, 2001
building section · repair window latches or hardware (1001(b)hc)
501
not activeMay 22, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · repair toilet (1001f hc)
common toilet near 516-clear the back-up and repair the broken flush handle. 112-replace toilet
not activeMay 22, 2001
building section · repair window glazing seal (1001(h),(j),& 708 hc)
405-lower sash
not activeMay 22, 2001
building section · provide handrails (802(c),1001(b)(13)hc)
on basement stairway.
not activeMay 22, 2001
sanitation section · clean (1306 hc)
501-carpet the common hallway walls particularly above the baseboards. remove debris and clothing from the lightwells.
not activeMay 22, 2001
fire section · repair fire proofing with original materials or 5/8" type-x drywall (hc 1001(m), 809)
repair the boiler room ceiling.
not activeMay 22, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · repair light (1001e hc)
510-replace light bulb common shower near 515-repair light 515-repair fixture 407-replace light tube 308-repair fixture 312-replace bulb in bathroom common toilet near 212-replace bulb 112-replace safetyplate and check the bathroom switch for reported shocks due to short circuit. recommend immediate replacement. 102-repair fixture
not activeMay 22, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · repair electrical outlet (1001e hc)
405, 102-replace safetyplate.
not activeMay 22, 2001
other section · inspector comments
after compliance, contact the housing inspector for a reinspection.
not activeMay 22, 2001
building section · replace broken glass window pane (1001(h),708 hc)
505, 515, 302, toilet near 316, 102, 104
not activeMay 22, 2001
security requirements section · provide minimum 135 degree viewer for entry doors of following units (max mounting ht of 58") (706 hc)
506, 508, 215, 212, 112, 103, 104
not activeMay 22, 2001
building section · repair stairs (1001(b)(13)hc)
replace the damaged 1st step of the basement stairway.
not activeMay 22, 2001
interior surfaces section · repair floor covering (1001b,j,o hc)
405-near radiator. clean or replace the carpet in the common hall outside 404 and on the stairway near 403. 312-repair in bathroom
not activeMay 22, 2001
building section · repair window sash frame (1001(h),708 hc)
404, 316-repair to close
not activeMay 22, 2001
fire section · repair, maintain fire escape drop ladder in working condition (sec 908 hc)
repair ladder to extend completely.
not activeMay 22, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · repair bathtub (1001f hc)
common bath near 506-repair the faucet handle and tub stopper 402-repair leaking tub faucet, repair and caulk joints, replace faucet handle 316-repair leaking faucet
not activeMay 22, 2001
building section · repair window sash cords (1001(h) hc)
501,505, 405. 407, 404, 212, 102, 104
not activeMay 22, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc)
502-repair or replace and restore the water supply 506-replace 515-repair hot water faucet 407-leaking faucet 404-leaking faucet 309-repair faucet 209-leaking faucet 112-secure sink to wall 101-repair faucet 104-secure sink to wall
not activeMay 22, 2001
other section · hazard(1001 hc)
shower room near 408-cover the screw sticking out of the entry door.
not activeApr 23, 2001
building section · flaking damaged paint on walls and ceiling surfaces in #403.
1)replaster and paint flaking,damaged walls and ceiling surfaces in #403.1301hc. 2)repair plaster damage over gr. window.1001hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001
building section · damaged window,hardware.
repair damaged window and hardware.1001hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001
interior surfaces section · disturbing lead based paint can be extremely dangerous to dwelling occupants and visitors, particularly to young children, pregnant women, pets, and to people performing work on the premises. for interior or exterior paint removal : always wet the surface, contain and properly dispose of leaded paint. if you are unsure whether the paint is leaded, you should test it prior to performing any work. if the paint is found to contain lead, you should consult with an expert about appropriate procedures. proper containment and 3-day notification is required for exterior jobs of more than 10 sq.ft. (sec.3604, sfbc) informational packets are available at (415) 558-6088. you can contact the san francisco childhood lead poisoning prevention program at: (415) 554-8930 for free advice. if you cause lead dust to be created, you could be liable for any illness caused by the dust. ordinance #446-97.
not activeApr 23, 2001
building section · soiled,torn,worn carpeting.
replace soiled carpeting.1306hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001
building section · rusty inoperative sink.
replace rusty inopoerative sink.1001hc.
not activeApr 23, 2001
building section · inoperative ceiling light,lack of cover plate over light switch.
1)repair/replace ceiling light. 2)provide a cover plate over wall switch.1001hc.
not activeJan 30, 2001
building section · repair window sash cords (1001(h) hc)
repair sash cords to all hallway and bathroom windows throughout the building.
not activeJan 30, 2001
smoke detection section · repair central alarm system (908, 909 hc)
repair central alarm system (not working properly at the time of inspection).
not activeJan 30, 2001
interior surfaces section · repair damaged walls (1001b,h,o hc)
repair lose plaster at rear stairway adjacent to room # 415. rpair walls and ceiling at bathroom next to room # 210.
not activeJan 30, 2001
other section · inspector comments
check second means of egress from first floor at rooms #105, upon reinspection. check room # 105 for proper ventilation, upon reinspection.
not activeJan 30, 2001
building section · repair stairs (1001(b)(13)hc)
repair lose steps throughout the rear stairway. repair handrail and guardrail at rear stairway (lose) .
not activeJan 30, 2001
interior surfaces section · eliminate mold/mildew on ceiling (1301,1001b(13),1306 hc)
eliminate mold/mildew from ceiling and walls at bathrooms next to or adjacent to rooms #410, 310, 210.
not activeJan 30, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · other plumbing and/or electrical violations
restore shower next to room # 112.
not activeJan 30, 2001
building section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
373 ellis st
not activeJan 30, 2001
plumbing and electrical section · provide adequate lighting (504g hc)
provide adequate lighting to bathroom next to room # 510 and hallway next to #210, 316. repair light at bathroom next to room # 410.
not activeJan 30, 2001
interior surfaces section · paint ceilings (1001b,1301 hc)
repair peeling paint at bathroom shower next to room # 102.
not activeDec 21, 2000
interior surfaces section · repair damaged ceilings (1001b,h,o hc)
repair water damaged ceiling at room # 105 repiar ceiling at hallway next to room # 510 (rear stairway).
not activeDec 21, 2000
plumbing and electrical section · repair sink (1001f hc) - shower head
repair shower head at bathroom next to or adjacent to room # 416.
not activeDec 21, 2000
interior surfaces section · this notice includes violations for the areas noted.
373 ellis st -room # 105 and common area
not activeDec 21, 2000
other section · inspector comments
check storage room at basement (no key / no entry) provide number to room # 107.
not activeDec 21, 2000
building section · replace handrails (802(c),1001(b)(13) hc)
repair handrail at hallway adjacent to room # 303.
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